Goodbye to our little Ellie kitty

[uforgot]

Just read this. Sorry about Ellie. I lost an older cat last summer, and it's amazing how they are a part of the family. She grew up with my kids, and it was hard on them too. Take care.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

I just got back home and read all your comments and am overwhelmed by all the sweet posts from all of you, my 'TE sisters'. Your messages are very comforting to me- it's so good to know there are so many of you out there from all over who deeply love animals and who truly understand what we all go through when our little furry 'babies' must leave us.
It does my heart good. Thank you all!

If indeed Ellie is frolicking around up in some Kitty Heaven- well I happen to know she'll be totally ignoring the butterflies. She'll be stalking chipmunks to munch on instead.

[7rider]

If indeed Ellie is frolicking around up in some Kitty Heaven- well I happen to know she'll be totally ignoring the butterflies. She'll be stalking chipmunks to munch on instead.

That's okay. As long as she stays away from the bunnies!

[nancielle]

I'm so sorry for your loss I'm all choked up now, looking at my little Ruthie curled up sleeping next to me. I think it's wonderful you've already made the decision to open your home to a cat in need. I wish you much strength these next few days.

Going through the same as I see the little widget (aka Hunter) fast asleep on a corner of my bed.

Lisa, so sorry for your loss so soon after the loss of your other cat. Loved the pictures. Her face clearly shows she was loved.

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

That's okay. As long as she stays away from the bunnies!

I'll channel that message to her. Sweet little Tasha can rest assured up in bunny heaven.

Going through the same as I see the little widget (aka Hunter) fast asleep on a corner of my bed.

My wishes go out to littlewidget/Hunter to have a peaceful loving end too, when the time comes.

You have all been through the very same thing.
{{{{group fur hug}}}}

[shootingstar]

Next new cat (plus your present one) will be another lucky one under your care.

[spindizzy]

My heart aches for you and DH..your fur-baby losses so close together...
((((((lisa, dh, pearl)))))
Ellie was a beautiful kitty...sleep well little one.

[wackyjacky1]

Ah, Bleeker, I'm so sorry to read about Ellie. My heart goes out to you.

[bambu101]

Very sorry to hear of Ellie's passing. It sounds like she had a good, long life, and went peacefully.

(((Hugs)))

[sundial]

Aw, bless your heart. I'm so sorry. It's so hard losing little family members--especially when they have been with you for quite a while. She looks so peaceful in her daddy's lap and I can just hear her purr. She knew when you were coming home and her little body held out until you two could share those last few moments together. I believe it was her final gift to you.

My thoughts are with you during this difficult time.

[Over50Newbie]

Lisa,

I just wanted to add my heartfelt sympathy.

Ellie was lucky to have such a special and loving family.

Lynette

[GLC1968]

Oh Lisa - I'm so sorry for your loss and so close on the heels of Lydia's passing, too! I'm sure they are both happily frolicking together - both strong and young and healthy in kitty heaven.

[Iris616]

I just had a chance to read this- I'm so sorry you've lost your little one- her spirit shows in the pictures. And, I'm sorry you've had to lose both cats so close together.

[lunacycles]

Lisa,

Ellie was absolutely beautiful. Sounds like she had an ideal life and a beloved ending. Lucky cat.

That's the amazing thing about pets: they teach us so much about loving and letting go, over and over.
xx

[BleeckerSt_Girl]

That's the amazing thing about pets: they teach us so much about loving and letting go, over and over.
xx

Oh you have put it so well! Thank you. Thank you all.

And an update- have made a first visit to the humane shelter to begin the process towards bringing a new needy kitty into our home. Looked at the kitties there, and filled out the application so we would be pre-approved to adopt. There's an empty space in our home and hearts that can be filled with love for some little desperate fur-ling.